Data Sheet

NP SERIES - NP18-12
Reliability is your Security
Utilizing the latest advance design Oxygen
Recombination Technology, Yuasa have applied
their 80 years experience in the lead acid battery
field to produce the optimum design of Sealed
Lead Acid batteries.
FEATURES
 Superb recovery from deep discharge.
 Electrolyte suspension system.
 Gas Recombination.
 Multipurpose: Float or Cyclic use.
 Usable in any orientation. Terminals
 Superior energy density. NP batteries are manufactured using a range of terminals which
 Lead calcium grids for extended life. vary in size and type. Please refer to details as shown.
 Manufactured World wide.
 Application specific designs. Operation in any Orientation
The combination of sealed construction and Yuasa’s unique
electrolyte suspension system allows operation in any
Technical Features orientation, with no loss of performance or fear of electrolyte
Sealed Construction leakage.
Yuasa’s unique construction and sealing technique
ensures no electrolyte leakage from case or terminals. Valve Regulated Design
The batteries are equipped with a simple, safe, low pressure
Electrolyte Suspension System venting system which releases excess gas and automatically
All NP batteries utilize Yuasa’s unique electrolyte suspension reseals should there be a build up of gas within the battery due
system incorporating a microfine glass mat to retain the to severe overcharge. Note. On no account should the battery be
maximum amount of electrolyte in the cells. The electrolyte is charged in a sealed container.
retained in the separator material and there is no free
electrolyte to escape from the cells. No gels or other
General
contaminants are added. Specifications
Control of Gas Generation Nominal Capacity (Ah) NP18-12
The design of Yuasa’s NP batteries incorporates the very latest
oxygen recombination technology to effectively control the
20hr to 1.75vpc 30ºC 17.2
generation of gas during normal use. 10hr to 1.75vpc 20ºC 16
5hr to 1.70vpc 20ºC 14.5
Low Maintenance Operation
Due to the perfectly sealed construction and the 1hr to 1.60vpc 20ºC 10.3
recombination of gasses within the cell, the battery is almost Voltage 12
maintenance free. Energy Density (Wh.L.20hr) 94
Specific Energy (Wh.kg.20hr) 38
Terminals Int. Resistance (m.Ohms) 11
Maximum discharge (A) 112
Layout Short Circuit current (A) 500
Dimensions (mm)
Length 180
Width 76
Height overall 167
Weight (Kg) 6.2
Terminal E
Layout 2
Terminal Torque Nm -

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NP SERIES - NP18-12
Lead Calcium Grids Long shelf Life
The heavy duty lead calcium alloy grids provide an extra margin The extremely low self discharge rate allows the battery to be
of performance and life in both cyclic and float applications and stored for extended periods up to one year at normal ambient
give unparalleled recovery from deep discharge. temperatures with no permanent loss of capacity.
Long Cycle Service Life Operating Temperature Range
Depending upon the average depth of discharge, over a The batteries can be used over a broad temperature range
thousand discharge/charge cycles can be expected. permitting considerable flexibility in system design and
location.
Float Service Life Charge – 15°C to 50°C
The expected service life is five years in float standby Discharge – 20°C to 60°C
applications. Storage – 20°C to 50°C (fully charged battery)
Separators
The use of the special separator material provides a very efficient
insulation between plates preventing inter-plate short circuits
and prohibiting the shedding of active materials.

Distributed by
Yuasa Battery Inc.
2901 Montrose Ave
Laureldale, PA 19605
www.yuasabatteries.com
Registered number 1548820

Cat. No. NP7-12 January 08